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Stand Up For The Rights Of Our Children

Name: Jo Ann
Email: dumplin lady125@aol.com
Date: 10 Feb 2001
Time: 15:43:24

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I've discussed several different topics, but, as I sit here at my computer, I happen to glance up at my many beautiful grand children's pictures I have at my desk. They all look so happy, but hidden behind that beautiful smile is the horrible memory of child abuse! To make matters worse, it was at the hands of someone he loved and trusted. His own grandfather!

As soon as my daughter became aware there was a problem, she went straight to the police. He was arrested and sentenced to life in prison (no chance of parole). At least that's one less sick-o left to hurt another child!

I guess you can say justice was served, but was it? The mental scares are still there for our grandson. Thank goodness, he did not lose trust in my husband as well! In fact, I think he is closer to us now than he ever has been! He was a brave little man in court; they did ask him some questions. But the saddest part was when he made the comment, "He's not my papaw any more."

It has taken a lot of love and support, but we are getting there. When I click on the TV, I get sick to my stomach as to the horrors of what a so-called human being has done to another child! So, please people, if you suspect a child is being abused, report it to your local authorities. Don't take it lightly or say it's not my business.(Wrong!) Learn to look for the signs -- any changes in your child's behavior -- such as withdrawal from family and friends, lack of interest at school, bedwetting, fighting, short attention span etc.

I also think social workers do not always fully investigate at times. I know my daughter went to them on numerous times, and their attitude was: just a spat with x hubby!

Yes, I feel like this is another form of handicap. It's mental scaring that you never forget! Our children should not have to endure any form of abuse! So please let's all take a stand and fight for the rights of our nation's children. Thank You.

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